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How did people live in the Upper Connecticut Valley in the past? Amateur archeologists explore this question through examining artifacts, attending a pottery workshop and chatting with field professionals during this day-long celebration of human ancient history.
regular museum admission; $13-16; free for children under 2.

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Natural wonders wow youngsters during this day dedicated to wild things, hosted by pros from Vermont Fish & Wildlife, Otter Creek Audubon Society and local sportsmen’s clubs. Pack up the family and the binoculars for a full or drop-in day of birdwatching, canoeing and numerous nature-based activities.

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Animal lovers soak up a long weekend of demos, workshops, vendors and more. See draftanimalpower.org for detailed schedule.
$10-30; free for children under age 10; additional fee for workshops.

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Whimsy lovers of all ages dressed in forest-themed costumes create tiny dwellings and fairy arts and crafts in a magical woods, while music and dance make more merriment.
$7.

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Led by educator, counselor and Pathfinders Nature Connection founder Per Eisenman, children ages 5-10 discover animal tracks, explore edible plants, work on building a natural shelter and play in the woods. Bring a snack, water bottle, whittling knife and nature journal. Parents and younger siblings welcome.
preregister.

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Second Tuesday of every month, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Continues through Oct. 8
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What is pollination? Junior naturalists explore the world of these tiny working creatures through observation, crafts and hands-on activities. Ages 4-8.
regular museum admission, $3.50-7; free for children under 3.

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With a map and compass, trekkers of all skill levels find their way across the terrain. Beginners' clinic from 9-10 a.m.; courses open 10 a.m. to noon. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
$5-6; preregister for clinic.

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As part of the Green and Gold Weekend festivities at the Mad River Glen Ski Area, the Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences stops in with live birds for avian admirers to learn about these nocturnal predators in a first-hand encounter. All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.
donations accepted; preregister.

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Junior engineers bring a small item from home to take apart and investigate how it works or tinker with the museum's learning lab collection.
regular museum admission, $5-8; free for children under 6; $20 per family.

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